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BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR -- BEST BUY
This is a wonderful, fun, and powerful book, filled with great learning strategies and resources.
No difference than other stuff on how to improve your intelligence
I am not for sure how the one review gave this book 5 star.First off, the author has you do quizzes in which he does not lay the foundation for getting them right until later in the chapters.For example, quiz 1 is in the introduction and he talks about which one these books did Hester Prynne write, which author composed the Five Bird, etc but in the pages before the quiz, there is no foundation for the quiz.What's the point of them without a foundation?
Make Over Your Own Intelligence!
I deluded myself for many years thinking that my intelligence was just as attractive as it was back in college. During those years of youthful hubris, I took for granted my taut verbal capacity, my long, flowing spatial ability, and especially my sculpted, well-defined reasoning and logic. I don't mind saying that I turned a few heads back then.
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Subjects:  1. Intellect    2. Intelligence    3. Intelligence Testing    4. Intelligence tests    5. Personal Growth - Memory Improvement    6. Psychology    7. Reference    8. Trivia    9. Self-Help / General   

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Excellent presentation of complex topics
As an internist, I am a little closer to the obesity side of things but I found the entire book informative and very easy to comprehend. The chapters are purposefully short to facilitate the episodic reading that is often the only reading possible in a busy practice. I particularly like Dr. Brownell's public health and environmental approach to the problem of obesity. This textbook is a great way for the uninitiated to "catch up" on the current concepts of obesity and eating disorders. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Eating disorders    2. Handbooks, manuals, etc    3. Obesity    4. Psychology    5. Psychopathology - Eating Disorders    6. Reference    7. Psychology & Psychiatry / Eating Disorders   

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Bad book, but has the MMPI-2 in an appendix
How on earth the MMPI-2 test managed to be leaked out in this book I have no idea.I do know that the psychology community must be hopping mad about it.It is supossed to be a closely guarded secret, so that when they test people with it the person does not know what they will be asked and cannot cheat the test.Apparently the author realized that the rest of his book was horrible, and put the test in an appendix to get people to buy his book.I am sure that if this was his plan, he has been rather sucessful.
Good book with most all you need to give yourself the MMPI-2
This is a good book with most all you need to give yourself the
Free questions to the MMPI-2!
Despite the closely guarded nature of the MMPI's questions, they're all here--yes, all of them--in an appendix.What were they thinking?Anyway, this is the main reason to buy the book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Minnesota Multiphasic Personal    2. Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory    3. Psychological Testing    4. Psychology    5. Reference    6. Philosophy & theory of psychology   

Subjects:  1. Child Psychiatry    2. Medical    3. Mental Health    4. Mental Illness    5. Mental health services    6. Problem youth    7. Psychiatry - Child & Adolescent    8. Psychology    9. Psychology Of Juvenile Delinquency    10. Reference    11. Rehabilitation    12. Services for    13. United States    14. Youth    15. Child & developmental psychology    16. Illness & addiction: social aspects   

Subjects:  1. Psychology    2. Reference    3. Social Psychology    4. Psychology & Psychiatry / Social Psychology    5. Social, group or collective psychology   

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long lists and more lists
The whole style of this book is very dry and not usersfriendly. The book consists of long lists of objectives and therapeutic interventions each 1 or 2 lines. Sometimes more then 40. It tells you all the time WHAT to do ( exc. [*] emotional impact or educate the patient on effects of stress on symptons)but NEVER HOW .This information is not very helpfull. Everybody knows for example that walking 20 minutes a day is healthy but HOW do you get somebody to do it.That should be the focus of behavioral medicine ( it s about getting to healthy behavior, no ?)This important part: HOW to get to behavior change is not present in this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Clinical Psychology    2. General    3. Handbooks, manuals, etc    4. Medical    5. Medicine And Psychology    6. Mental illness    7. Planning    8. Psychiatric records    9. Psychiatry - Psychopharmacology    10. Psychology    11. Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior    12. Reference    13. Treatment    14. Psychiatry    15. Psychology & Psychiatry / Clinical Psychology    16. Psychotherapy   

Subjects:  1. Clinical Psychology    2. Clinical Psychology (Specific Aspects)    3. Mental Illness    4. Methodology    5. Psychological Research    6. Psychology    7. Reference    8. Research   

Subjects:  1. Developmental - General    2. Personality    3. Physiological Psychology    4. Psychology    5. Reference    6. Child & developmental psychology    7. Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory    8. The self, ego, identity, personality   

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Overview And Ideas For Coping
Grown-ups have ADD too. Lynn Weiss was the first to tell us so, and she brought the concept to national awareness.
My ADHD "bible"
This book was great for me!It was as though the author had been living inside my brain.Some of the issues in this particular book did not particularly pertain to me, but most of them did.I have purchased several of these books and given them to people who have been diagnosed adult ADD or ADHD telling them to return it if they did not like it.If they did like it then they could reimburse me for it.So far 6 of 6 people have sent me a thank you note with a check for repayment.I have just ordered another copy of this book for my fiance to have for his own referance since this book does a much better job of explaining how I think, feel, act etc than I can! Disappointed
I bought this book, suspecting that I might have Adult ADD.I was hoping to get a book that presented a general overview of the condition, with an emphasis on adults.Though the book focuses on adults, I was disappointed because like previous reviewers of this book, I found that it's geared toward those with the hyperactivity vs. inattentive type.Although I could empathize, I couldn't related to many of the stories about extremely dysfunctional relationships and coping styles, so the book wasn't very helpful to me.Read more

Subjects:  1. Age factors    2. Attention-Deficit Disorder wit    3. Attention-Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity    4. Attention-deficit disorder in    5. Attention-deficit disorder in adults    6. Diet / Health / Fitness    7. General    8. Guidebooks    9. Parenting - Hyperactivity    10. Psychology    11. Psychopathology - General    12. Reference    13. in adulthood   

Subjects:  1. Mental Health    2. Psychiatry - General    3. Psychology    4. Psychology, Pathological    5. Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior    6. Psychopathology - General    7. Reference    8. Psychology & Psychiatry / Pathological Psychology   

Subjects:  1. Clinical Psychology    2. Clinical Psychology (General)    3. Psychology    4. Psychology, Clinical    5. Psychotherapy    6. Reference    7. Psychology & Psychiatry / General   

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An incredibly Useful Tool for Psychoanalytic Reading
This book, in clearly written, concise definitions, outlines the major terms and concepts of psychoanalytic thinking and literature.As a candidate at a psychoanalytic institute I found it incredibly helpful and useful.If you want in-depth concepts, this is not the book for you, but if you are looking for a quick, clear definition of a psychoanalytic term, then look no further.This is way better than the Laplanche dictionary, and is indispensible for beginners in the field. Helpful supplement
My professor had us read Tyson & Tyson's Psychoanalytic Theories of Development. Tyson's glossary was not helpful enough. This book helped with the many holes that Tyson left unexplained.Read more

Subjects:  1. Movements - Psychoanalysis    2. Philosophy    3. Psychoanalysis    4. Psychology    5. Reference    6. Psychiatry    7. Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory    8. Psychology & Psychiatry / Psychoanalysis    9. Reference works   

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Jung - Best concise introduction...
This is the best concise guide to Jung that I am aware of.Every chapter is engaging and the author's deep understanding and ability to express Jung's ideas comes through vividly on every page.I also like that Stein quotes Jung liberally to illustrate important points and places Jung's ideas in context.Jung is sometimes difficult to interpret because of how he approached various subjects during different periods of his life and because of his writing style.This book cuts through the potential confusion, gets to the point and also adds value in terms of depth beyond just presenting basic concepts.If you want a good introduction in Jung's own words, then Aion is probably a good alternative.However, I think this book adds considerable value beyond just reading Aion or Carl Jung's other works randomly.If you want to read some works by Jung that are more accessible, then you may enjoy reading his lectures.These are often easier to understand than his books.There are also some nice collections of Jung's writings by topic.

A Primer On Jungian Psychology
This book is based on a lengthy taped series by Stein given at the Chicago Jung institute. The lectures are truly outstanding! Somehow, though, the book is only about 90% outstanding. That's still a strong recommendation! Stein is one of my favorites of the current generation of Jungian analysts. He also has a seminary degree, and (in true Jungian style) his best works focus on the psychology of religion. In this book, Stein intelligently explains many of the basic (and some not-so-basic) Jungian concepts. Even if you're familiar with these, Stein's perspective is worth examining. He has a number of unique things to say about some of these ideas. Excellent intro for beginners....
...to Jung's often complicated thought.The description of the structure and dynamics of the Self was particularly clear and readable.Recommended.-- Craig Chalquist, M.S., creator of the Thineownself self-explorationsite. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. (Carl Gustav),    2. 1875-1961    3. Jung, C. G    4. Jung, C. G.    5. Jungian Psychology    6. Movements - Jungian    7. Movements - Psychoanalysis    8. Psychoanalysis    9. Psychology    10. Reference    11. Christian theology    12. Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory    13. Western philosophy, from c 1900 -   

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The Classic Work On Ethics for Psychologists
This is the classic work on how to practice ethically for psychologists who engage in clinical work, teaching, research, administration, or any other domain of professional activity. Not only does if offer a thorough review of the literature on ethical behavior, it provides a truly detailed analysis of how the ethics code applies to a vast range of contexts, client types, and vexing clinical dilemmas. What's more, the book is filled with interesting, and sometimes entertaining case vignettes--many of them based on actual ethical complaints. No other book on the market for psychologists offers this combination of clarity and thoroughness. It is a must for the library of any serious psychology graduate student or psychologist. When I teach Ethics at the graduate level, it is the only text I require.

Practicing Therapists "Must Read" Each Year
Ethics in Psychology is a graduate level textbook on the subject of ethical dilemmas in counseling.The authors definitely meet their goal in exploring the APA's Ethical guidelines and applying them pratically to the practicing therapist and academic.Their use of humorous "psuedo-psychologists" illustrate well the problem of many counselors who get themselves into ethical dilemmas each year innocently.I believe every therapist and academic should read this book at least once a year in order to minimize the ethical issues that are a part of everyday practice.Non-APA practitioners may find the book slanted toward doctoral-level therapists being the minimum for competence but there is great wisdom in this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Business Ethics    2. Clinical Psychology    3. Moral and ethical aspects    4. Professional ethics    5. Psychiatric Ethics    6. Psychological Research    7. Psychologists    8. Psychology    9. Reference    10. Research    11. Research & Methodology    12. Study and teaching    13. Ethics & moral philosophy    14. Medical ethics    15. Psychology & Psychiatry / Clinical Psychology    16. Psychology | Clinical    17. USA   

Subjects:  1. Movements - Psychoanalysis    2. Psychology    3. Reference    4. Encyclopaedias & Reference Works    5. Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory    6. Psychology & Psychiatry / Psychoanalysis   

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good book to have
i am an engineering student and i enjoy reading this book. Although many topics are about psychology, you can find all kind of different subjects that you will never find anywhere else. That is way it is so valuable. the book is very heavy.

Required reading for cognitive scientists
The MIT Encyclopedia of the Cognitive Sciences - "MITECS" - is a truly excellent book.MITECS is the book I spent four years wishing for back when I started studying cognitive science.MITECS is also a very*large* book; I've set out to read all 471 articles, and I'm currently on"Computational Neuroscience" (p. 166 of 900), although I've alsoread a lot of other articles as circumstances required.From that samplesize, my comments: Read more

Subjects:  1. Cognitive Psychology    2. Encyclopedias    3. Mental Health    4. Psychology    5. Reference    6. Cognition & cognitive psychology    7. Psychology & Psychiatry / Cognitive Psychology    8. Reference works   

Subjects:  1. Drug Guides    2. Handbooks, manuals, etc    3. Neuropsychopharmacology    4. Psychiatry - Psychopharmacology    5. Psychology    6. Psychopharmacology    7. Psychotherapy - General    8. Reference    9. Pharmacology    10. Psychiatry   

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Heidi's Review
I didn't know what to expect when I purchased this book.I thought it was going to be a "dictionary".There was a lot more to this book.McPhee had examples of dreams from his radio show and website.This book made me realize that dreams can be easily interpreted yourself, that you don't need any other kind of dream dictionary book.Every other dream dictionary book I've read said if the dreams were warnings and acted as if dreams are premonitions.However, this book is different, it's more down to earth and fascinating.A great tool if you want to understand your deepest or not so deep dreams!

The Dream Doctor Review
I have been interested in dreams for a long time and have bought many dream books.I love Charles Mcphee's book Ask The Dream Doctor because he has collected a good variety of dreams and interpreted them so anyone can understand them.He also gives a good, all around meaning of each symbol before each dream topic.The book is also very easy to read. Not bad!
I like this a-z guide. It will work for you. One book recommended: The Discovery of Dreams A-Z ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Dream interpretation    2. Dreams    3. New Age / Body, Mind & Spirit    4. Psychology    5. Reference    6. Body, Mind & Spirit / Dreams   

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Great resource
I am a construction lawyer in the Washington, D.C. area and found Judge Goodman's book to be just the thing in giving me a primer on mediation approaches.It is organized extremely well, is easy to read, and gave me lots of help as I prepared for my first mediation.The format of questions and answers is perfect for this subject.The only thing I would like to see is a second volume for advanced mediation, since Judge Goodman has much to offer.

A MUST READ for anyone involved in any of the ADR processes.
Both of Allan Goodman's books, BASIC SKILLS FOR THE NEW MEDIATOR and BASIC SKILLS FOR THE NEW ARBITRATOR, deserve to be read and re-read by every ADR professional and every advisor to parties in dispute before he or sheenters the session. As a practicing mediator, arbitrator and ADR trainer, Iknow I do, and it gives me the presence to relax and "enjoy" thesession, because I know I will be giving the best process skills of ADR tothe parties and their representatives. Just What I was Looking For!
As a new mediator, I was looking for a book that would describe mediation skills in clear, non-legal language.This book is it! The question-and-answer format is a very effective teaching tool that walks youthrough the mediation process. When I think of a question that I would wantto ask, it seems that the author has anticipated it and there it is. Mr.Goodman is obviously someone with extensive experience, both as a trainerand a mediator. I am a retired teacher and I found particularly valuablethe appendix "Everything You Never Wanted to Know About the Rules ofEvidence."The author offers an interesting explanation for includingthis information - that a mediator should have a basic knowledge of theconcepts of evidence because we all (not just lawyers) apply theseprinciples in every day life. This appendix alone is worth the price of thebook. Read more

Subjects:  1. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    2. Civil Procedure    3. Law    4. Law / Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    5. Legal Reference / Law Profession    6. Mediation    7. Miscellanea    8. Reference    9. United States    10. Business law    11. mediators   

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You can bet on it
This is the best and most comprehensive work on human nature and mind dynamics I have read. A must read for any salesperson or any one interested in bringing out the best in people. A very easy read with numerous every day examples of the Laws in action. Simple tools for major improvements in our communicatian skills.
Very Persuasive
Here, in one place, is a consolidated list, with examples, of the major ways people are persuaded to change behavior.

Nothing but repackaging of Cialdini's Influence
It is a decent book, no doubt.
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Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. Family & Relationships    3. Family/Marriage    4. Influence (Psychology)    5. Interpersonal Relations    6. Leadership    7. Motivational    8. Persuasion (Psychology)    9. Psychological aspects    10. Reference    11. Success    12. Business & Management